Holidays in Botswana in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Botswana in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Botswana.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Botswana January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Public Holiday (January) | Botswana January 2 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Botswana March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Botswana April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Holy Saturday | Botswana April 4 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Easter Monday | Botswana April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
| Labour Day | Botswana May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Botswana May 10 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Ascension Day | Botswana May 14 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Father's Day | Botswana June 21 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Botswana June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Sir Seretse Khama Day | Botswana July 1 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| President's Day | Botswana July 20 2026, Monday |
National |
| Public Holiday (July) | Botswana July 21 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Botswana September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Botswana Day | Botswana September 30 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Public Holiday (October) | Botswana October 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| December Solstice | Botswana December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Botswana December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| Boxing Day | Botswana December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |
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